Activity Avenue of the Arts, Broad Street & South Philly
Mummers Parade
An activity in Avenue of the Arts, Broad Street & South Philly, free to visit and worth about 3 hours. Best time to go: Jan 1, from 9 a.m.
Why go
Comics, wenches, string bands and fancy brigades strut down Broad Street every Jan 1; 2026 was the 125th parade.
It is one of 7 curated places we feature in Broad Street & South Philly, alongside 2 places to eat, 2 sights and 1 activity. 2 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Philadelphia's Magic Gardens and Parc.
- Type
- Activity · Culture
- Neighborhood
- Avenue of the Arts
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 3 hr
- Best time
- Jan 1, from 9 a.m.
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 4 beyond Broad Street & South Philly. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
Isaiah Zagar's mosaic labyrinth made of tile, mirror and bottles.
Sight · Philadelphia · 0.3 mi straight-line - 2Parc
Stephen Starr's Paris-style brasserie on Rittenhouse Square, busy from breakfast to late dinner.
Food · Center City & Penn's Landing · 0.6 mi straight-line - 3Geno's Steaks
Pat's neon-lit rival across the intersection, open since 1966 and also open around the clock.
Food · 0.6 mi straight-line - 4Pat's King of Steaks
Corner stand at 9th and Passyunk where the Olivieri family says the cheesesteak began in 1930; open 24 hours.
Food · 0.6 mi straight-line - 5McGillin's Olde Ale House
Philadelphia's oldest continuously operating tavern, open since 1860.
Drinks · Philadelphia · 0.6 mi straight-line - 6McGillin's Olde Ale House
Tavern on Drury Street, open since 1860 and the oldest continuously operating in the city.
Drinks · Center City & Penn's Landing · 0.7 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Mummers Parade is a stop on our Philadelphia New Year's Eve route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More things to do in Broad Street & South Philly
Another curated activity in Broad Street & South Philly. See the full Broad Street & South Philly guide.
When to go: weather by month, based on Philadelphia
Our climate figures for Broad Street & South Philly come from nearby Philadelphia. Average daily highs in Philadelphia run from 38°F in January to 86°F in July; July is usually the wettest month. For Mummers Parade itself, we suggest: Jan 1, from 9 a.m.
Modelled monthly averages for Philadelphia from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Philadelphia weather by month (covers Broad Street & South Philly).
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Mummers Parade, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Coordinates
- 39.94110, -75.16560
- Destination
- Broad Street & South Philly, Pennsylvania
Mummers Parade: quick answers
How much time do you need at Mummers Parade?
Plan on about 3 hours at Mummers Parade. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Mummers Parade?
Our pick: Jan 1, from 9 a.m. Insider tip: Bring a folding chair and a thermos; the parade runs all day and acts come in waves.
Is Mummers Parade free?
Yes, we list Mummers Parade as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Which TripsCircle routes include Mummers Parade?
Mummers Parade appears on Philadelphia New Year's Eve, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Mummers Parade to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Broad Street & South Philly.
Plan Broad Street & South Philly
- Broad Street & South Philly travel guide 7 places
- Philadelphia weather (covers Broad Street & South Philly) weather by month
Lists & regions
Also in Broad Street & South Philly
- Mummers Museum Sight
- Two Street Drinks
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.